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October 6… World Habitat Day…
Crises driven by conflict, instability and climate change are reshaping cities — placing enormous strain on vulnerable communities.
Today, over 60% of the world’s forcibly displaced people seek refuge in urban areas. Many face insecure housing, limited services, and exclusion. Without inclusive planning, displacement fuels the growth of informal settlements, worsening the global housing crisis that already affects billions.
Yet cities can be engines of resilience, growth, and social cohesion — if supported with strong policies, investments, and local leadership.
On the #WorldHabitatDay, we call for urgent action to strengthen local leadership, build resilient urban systems, and ensure no one is left behind in times of crisis.
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